(A) For purposes of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
“AVAILABLE.” Present within the city or able to be present within the city within a short period of time or able to be in constant voice communication with the emergency personnel within the city; and unaffected by the emergency or other causes so as to be physically and mentally competent to direct emergency personnel with the city.
(B) The Mayor, when available, shall have all powers granted to him during declared emergencies under KRS 39.410 to 39.416. At such times as the Mayor is not available during an emergency, the designee having all powers granted to the Mayor shall be:
(1) The presiding member of City Council as defined by ordinance; if unavailable, then
(2) The member of City Council with the longest continuous service on Council, if unavailable, then
(3) The City Administrative Officer, if unavailable, then
(4) The Police Chief, Fire Chief, Clerk/Treasurer, City Inspector, and Superintendent of Public Works, or the available members thereof, acting in unison.
(C) Any person acting as the designee shall relinquish all powers granted to the Mayor during declared emergencies under KRS 39.410 to 39.416 at such time as any person higher in the chain of authority becomes available.
(Ord. 1990-16, passed 11-20-90; Am. Ord. 1992-6, passed 4-7-92)
Cross-reference:
Disaster and emergency preparedness organization, see §§ 34.85 through 34.86